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Desert Apricot

Prunus fremontii

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Prunus jaquemontii
Data Deficient
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African Almond
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Vulnerable
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Allegheny Plum
Prunus umbellata
Least Concern
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Amarelle Cherry
Prunus cerasus
Least Concern
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American Plum
Prunus americana
Least Concern
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Apricot
Prunus armeniaca
Not Evaluated
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Asian Plum
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Least Concern
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Bat Laurel
Prunus polystachya
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Apricot?
The scientific name of Desert Apricot is Prunus fremontii. It belongs to the genus Prunus.
What is the conservation status of Desert Apricot?
Desert Apricot (Prunus fremontii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Desert Apricot belong to?
Desert Apricot (Prunus fremontii) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.
Is Desert Apricot endangered?
No, Desert Apricot (Prunus fremontii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Desert Apricot belong to?
Desert Apricot (Prunus fremontii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Desert Apricot?
The closest relatives of Desert Apricot in the genus Prunus include Afgan Bush Cherry, African Almond, Allegheny Plum, Amarelle Cherry, American Plum.

Genus Prunus — 20 Species

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Afgan Bush Cherry
Prunus jaquemontii
DD 🌸
African Almond
Prunus africana
VU 🌸
Allegheny Plum
Prunus umbellata
LC 🌸
Amarelle Cherry
Prunus cerasus
LC 🌸
American Plum
Prunus americana
LC 🌸
Apricot
Prunus armeniaca
NE 🌸
Asian Plum
Prunus salicina
LC 🌸
Bat Laurel
Prunus polystachya
LC 🌸
Beach Plum
Prunus maritima
DD 🌸
Bigtree Plum
Prunus mexicana
LC 🌸
birchbark cherry
Prunus serrula
NE 🌸
Bird Cherry
Prunus pensylvanica
NE 🌸
Bitter Cherry
Prunus emarginata
LC 🌸
Black Cherry
Prunus serotina
NE 🌸
Black Plum
Prunus nigra
LC 🌸
Blackthorn
Prunus spinosa
LC 🌸
Briançon Apricot
Prunus brigantina
DD 🌸
Bullace Plum
Prunus domestica
LC 🌸
Carolina laurel cherry
Prunus caroliniana
LC 🌸
Cherokee Plum
Prunus angustifolia
LC
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